Canon RF 50mm f1.2 L USM Lens

CanonSKU: 4549292115581

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Introducing the Canon RF 50mm f/1.2L USM Lens, the ultimate 50mm prime lens that redefines optical performance for full-frame photography. This lens delivers stunning clarity, sharpness, and detail, even at the widest apertures, making it a top choice for professional photographers and filmmakers. Whether you’re capturing portraits, street scenes, or fine art, the RF 50mm f/1.2L provides unmatched performance with Canon's legendary L-series quality, all while offering a fast and responsive experience.

Why the Canon RF 50mm f/1.2L USM is a Must-Have Lens

  1. Unmatched Optical Performance

    • The RF 50mm f/1.2L USM pushes the boundaries of what’s possible in image quality. With extraordinary sharpness and clarity across the frame—even at the edges—you’ll notice more detail in every shot. Its super-bright f/1.2 aperture allows for exceptional light-gathering capability, making it a dream lens for photographers who demand the best, even in low-light conditions.
  2. Brightest Aperture in the Canon RF Lineup

    • The f/1.2 maximum aperture is the widest available in Canon's RF lens lineup, providing photographers and filmmakers with the ability to achieve extremely shallow depth of field. This creates striking separation between your subject and the background, producing a soft, creamy bokeh effect that is perfect for portraits, fine art, and street photography.
  3. Fast, Precise Focusing with USM Motor

    • The ring-type USM autofocus system offers fast, silent, and accurate focusing, making it ideal for dynamic subjects. This technology, usually reserved for Canon’s telephoto lenses, moves the large glass elements with ease, ensuring pinpoint focus even when shooting wide open at f/1.2. Perfect for both still photography and video, the fast autofocus ensures you never miss a moment.
  4. Superb Low-Light Performance

    • Thanks to the ultra-wide f/1.2 aperture, the RF 50mm f/1.2L USM excels in low-light environments. The ability to use fast shutter speeds helps to freeze subject movement and minimize camera shake, allowing you to capture atmospheric, natural light shots without the need for artificial lighting. This makes it an essential tool for wedding photographers, event shooters, and anyone who works in challenging lighting conditions.
  5. Professional-Grade Build and Durability

    • As a member of Canon’s L-series, the RF 50mm f/1.2L USM is built for professional use, featuring robust weather-sealing to protect against dust and moisture. Whether you're shooting in rain, snow, or humid conditions, this lens is built to withstand the elements. It also features a fluorine coating on the front element, making it resistant to smudges and easy to clean.
  6. Customizable Control for Ultimate Precision

    • The lens includes a customizable Lens Control Ring, which allows you to quickly adjust key settings such as aperture, ISO, or exposure compensation directly from the lens. This feature gives you enhanced control over your shooting experience, ensuring that you stay focused on your subject without needing to navigate camera menus.
  7. Ideal for Portraits, Street Photography, and Fine Art

    • The 50mm focal length provides a natural perspective that closely mimics the human eye, making it a versatile choice for a variety of shooting scenarios. Whether you’re capturing intimate portraits, candid street scenes, or fine art photography, the lens's extremely shallow depth of field and incredible sharpness make it a top choice for professionals who demand the highest level of image quality.

Key Features:

  • RF Mount: Designed for Canon EOS R mirrorless cameras
  • Ultra-Wide f/1.2 Aperture: Achieve extreme shallow depth of field and beautiful bokeh
  • Superb Sharpness and Clarity: Outstanding optical performance across the frame
  • Ring-Type USM Motor: Fast, quiet, and accurate autofocus for both stills and video
  • Low-Light Powerhouse: Capture stunning images even in dimly lit conditions
  • L-Series Durability: Weather-sealed for professional use in challenging environments
  • Customizable Control Ring: Adjust settings without taking your eye off the subject
  • Perfect for Portrait, Street, and Fine Art Photography: Versatile 50mm focal length

Elevate your photography to new heights with the Canon RF 50mm f/1.2L USM Lens. Offering exceptional optical quality, fast and silent focusing, and the brightest aperture available in Canon’s RF lineup, this lens is designed for photographers and filmmakers who demand nothing less than the best.

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Optical Features / Specifications  
Image Size Full Frame
Angle of view (horzntl, vertl, diagnl) 40°, 27°, 46°
Lens construction (elements/groups) 15/9
No. of diaphragm blades 10
Maximum Aperture f/1.2
Minimum aperture 16
Closest focusing distance (m) 0.4
Maximum magnification (x) 0.19
Distance Information Yes
Image stabilizer -
AF actuator USM
Accessories  
Lens cap E-77 II
Lens hood ES-83
Lens case/pouch LP1319
Rear End Cap Lens Dust Cap RF
Magnification with Extension Tube EF12 II Not Compatible
Magnification with Extension Tube EF25 II Not Compatible
Extender Compatibility Not Compatible

 

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Understanding: Aperture

Aperture is the opening in a camera lens that controls how much light enters the camera. It's measured in f-stops like f/2.8 or f/8. Lower f-stop numbers mean wider openings, letting in more light and creating a shallow depth of field (blurry background). Higher f-stop numbers mean smaller openings, letting in less light and creating a larger depth of field (more of the scene in focus). Aperture also affects the quality of out-of-focus areas in the image (bokeh).

Understanding: Lens Types

Different lenses have different purposes to achieve different styles of images, some popular ones include:
Prime Lens: Fixed focal length, sharp images, great for portraits and dark settings.
Zoom Lens: Variable focal length, versatile for different shots and everyday use..
Wide-Angle Lens: Captures wide scenes like landscapes.
Telephoto Lens: Magnifies distant subjects, ideal for sports & wildlife.
Macro Lens: Perfect for close-up photography of small subjects.
Fisheye Lens: Ultra-wide perspective, creates unique images.

Understanding: Lens Mounts

Different camera brands use different lens mounts, which are like connectors that attach lenses to camera bodies. Each mount is specific to a particular brand and camera series. For example, Canon uses the EF and RF mounts, Nikon uses the F mount, Sony uses the E mount for its mirrorless cameras. These mounts dictate which lenses are compatible with which cameras. Some brands offer adapters to use lenses from other systems, but it's essential to ensure compatibility for proper functionality and autofocus performance.

Understanding: Manual and Autofocus

Manual focus and autofocus are two ways to adjust the sharpness of a camera lens. With manual focus, you turn a ring on the lens to bring the subject into focus yourself, giving you full control over what appears sharp in the image. Autofocus, on the other hand, relies on the camera's built-in technology to automatically adjust the focus for you, usually by detecting contrast or phase differences in the scene. Autofocus can be convenient, especially for fast-moving subjects or when you need to capture a quick shot, whereas manual focus allows for precise adjustments and creative control over the final image.

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